How to Replace Front Drivers Interior Door Latch Cable 93-11 Ford Ranger
Difficulty: Intermediate · About 75 min · Ford Ranger
Replace the driver-side interior door latch cable on a 1993–2011 Ford Ranger while preserving the moisture shield and securing the handle with a new rivet.
Tools you will need
- Flat Blade Screwdriver
- Rivet Gun & Rivets
- Drill Bit Set
- Phillips Head Screwdriver
- Drill
- Wire Ties
Parts and supplies
- Interior door latch cable
- Door-handle rivet
Steps
Remove the door panel
Remove the pull and handle screws, unplug the switch wiring, and lift the panel from its clips. Peel the moisture shield back carefully so it can be resealed later.
Remove the interior handle
Drill out the handle rivet without enlarging its mounting hole. Push the cable connectors through the door, release the cable clip, and separate the handle from the cable.
Disconnect the old latch cable
Release the cable cover and move the cable to free its retaining end. Hold the latch arm in its release position as needed, then lift the cable end out and remove the cable.
Install the replacement cable
Route the new cable through the latch and into its original guides. Hook the end into the latch arm, secure the cable sheath in its clip, and refit the protective cover.
Reinstall the interior handle
Attach the cable to the handle and seat its retaining clip. Position the handle in the door and secure it with a new rivet of the correct size.
Restore the door panel and test
Reseal the moisture shield, reconnect the wiring, and reinstall the door panel and screws. Test the inside handle and lock before closing the door fully.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.